Clinical Research Program

The Clinical Research residency program is full-time and 3 to 4 calendar years in length (the 4th year is optional). A Master of Public Health (MPH) degree through the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) (or equivalent) is an integral and mandatory part of our program. The cost of the masters program can be offset by working as a research assistant for UIC.

Applying

We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2026. The program offers residencies in both Research and Diagnostic Imaging on an alternating yearly basis, with one position typically available each year. If no suitable candidate is selected in the scheduled residency, a candidate from the other residency may be accepted.

• Download Application »
  Application deadline is March 15, 2026

Applications (except for the application fee)  can also be accepted electronically to [email protected]

The on-campus interviews take place in April. We like to notify the selected applicant in May to give them 3-months notice prior to beginning the program.

Benefits

The resident is compensated with stipends for each year in the amounts of $32,000 for year 1; $34,500 for year 2; and $37,000 for year 3. Compensation for the optional year 4 for the Research Residency is $39,500. Health insurance is provided along with 2 weeks (10 days) of paid time off each year. In addition, all National University postgraduate programs are complimentary.

Questions?

If you have any questions or would like more information, contact:

Candace Passi, PhD
Dean, College of Professional Studies IL
630-889-6224
[email protected]

or

Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD
Clinical Research Residency Coordinator
630-889-6536
[email protected]